Rajat Patidar-led, and Virat Kohli-inspired, RCB face Shreyas Iyer’s calm and calculated Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final. It’s fire versus ice, emotion versus composure, as both teams chase their maiden IPL title amid looming rain in Ahmedabad.
Novak Djokovic secured his 100th Roland Garros victory, defeating Cameron Norrie in straight sets to reach the quarter-finals for the 16th consecutive year. Joining Rafael Nadal in achieving this milestone, Djokovic dominated the match, showcasing precision and control. He will now face Alexander Zverev in a highly anticipated quarter-final clash, aiming to continue his quest for another French Open title.
Shreyas Iyer’s explosive 87 propelled Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final, defeating Mumbai Indians by five wickets in Qualifier 2. Chasing 204, PBKS was set up by Inglis’s quickfire start and Iyer’s dominant innings, featuring eight sixes. They will now face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the final, marking their first appearance since 2014.
Following Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2025 exit, a lighthearted video captured Rohit Sharma’s camaraderie with teammates. Players playfully requested autographs and memorabilia, with Karn Sharma humorously asking for a bat. Rohit quipped he had none left, sparking laughter and showcasing the team’s affection for their captain despite the defeat against Punjab Kings.
Mumbai Indians’ IPL 2025 journey ended in Qualifier 2 with a loss to Punjab Kings, despite posting a strong 203/6. Shreyas Iyer’s explosive innings guided PBKS to victory. MI owner Akash Ambani encouraged the team to learn from the defeat and strive for improvement. PBKS will now face RCB in the final, both teams seeking their first IPL title.
Coco Gauff and Mirra Andreeva secured their spots in the French Open quarterfinals with impressive victories. Gauff overcame Ekaterina Alexandrova in straight sets, marking her fifth consecutive quarterfinal appearance at Roland Garros. Andreeva, continuing her strong run, defeated Daria Kasatkina, becoming the youngest player since Martina Hingis to reach back-to-back quarterfinals in Paris.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a top-two spot in IPL 2025, defeating Lucknow Super Giants and advancing to the final against Punjab Kings. RCB’s journey included dominant wins against CSK and RR, along with crucial victories over PBKS. Key performances from Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Krunal Pandya propelled RCB, showcasing their strong batting and bowling prowess throughout the season.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru celebrated captain Rajat Patidar and mentor Dinesh Karthik’s birthdays with a lively cake smash ahead of the IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings. A video captured the fun, including Jitesh Sharma’s humorous reluctance to smear cake on Virat Kohli.
Despite Shreyas Iyer’s match-winning 87, tensions flared after Punjab Kings’ IPL Qualifier 2 victory against Mumbai Indians. Iyer visibly berated teammate Shashank Singh for a crucial run-out during the tense chase of 204. The incident occurred post-victory, with Iyer expressing his anger through strong gestures. Despite the setback, Punjab Kings secured a spot in the final against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) are set to clash with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in finals of IPL 2025. PBKS ended their 11-year playoff drought, showcasing a strong performance throughout the season with key wins against teams like Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants. Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy and Prabhsimran Singh’s explosive batting were instrumental in their journey to the playoffs.